Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 26 Jan 2015 15:24:46 PSTCNC Milled Reaction Diffusion Sculpturehttp://www.instructables.com/id/CNC-Milled-Reaction-Diffusion-Sculpture/
CNC Milled Reaction Diffusion Sculpture - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FJU/T7WO/I4LKII0X/FJUT7WOI4LKII0X.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FJU/T7WO/I4LKII0X/FJUT7WOI4LKII0X.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FJU/T7WO/I4LKII0X/FJUT7WOI4LKII0X.SMALL.jpgsyedrezaaliIn this instructable, I'll be show you how to mill out the reaction diffusion sculpture shown above. Motivation: One of my goals during my residency at Pier 9 was to go larger and get more physical. I want people to be able to touch the generative forms I've been making & exploring with code. Furthe...By: syedrezaali

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 6 Jan 2015 16:08:38 PSTBuild A Cheap Handcrafted CNC Millhttp://www.instructables.com/id/My-Cheap-Handcrafted-CNC-Mill-Unfinished-Prototype/
Build A Cheap Handcrafted CNC Mill - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 22 Oct 2014 07:28:28 PDTHow to write G code (basics)http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-write-G-code-basics/
How to write G code (basics) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F4M/XJ8O/I1C3WG33/F4MXJ8OI1C3WG33.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F4M/XJ8O/I1C3WG33/F4MXJ8OI1C3WG33.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F4M/XJ8O/I1C3WG33/F4MXJ8OI1C3WG33.SMALL.jpgMach95The basics of writing G code and some M code Write the Introduction Start the first line with a '%' then press enter. The next line should start with a capital 'o'. If the character there is a zero the machine will throw an error code. After the capital O and with no spaces there should be 4 or 5...By: Mach95

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 16 Oct 2014 14:05:20 PDTSmall Arduino CNChttp://www.instructables.com/id/Small-Arduino-CNC/
Small Arduino CNC - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F9N/4FNR/I0VONLM4/F9N4FNRI0VONLM4.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F9N/4FNR/I0VONLM4/F9N4FNRI0VONLM4.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F9N/4FNR/I0VONLM4/F9N4FNRI0VONLM4.SMALL.jpgMake it BIGThis instructable shows you how to build a cheap and easy, but very small CNC. You can use it to mill thin balsa wood and different foams. Everything you need, can be found in old PC's or can be bought quite cheap (I paid ~30$). It was inspired by the Pocket laser engraver, but i added a third axis ...By: Make it BIG

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 5 Oct 2014 05:16:10 PDTRepurposing my Laser CNC into a multi-tool CNChttp://www.instructables.com/id/Repurposing-my-Laser-CNC-into-a-multi-mount-CNC/
Repurposing my Laser CNC into a multi-tool CNC - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FMP/8RC6/HZL3NT2G/FMP8RC6HZL3NT2G.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FMP/8RC6/HZL3NT2G/FMP8RC6HZL3NT2G.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FMP/8RC6/HZL3NT2G/FMP8RC6HZL3NT2G.SMALL.jpgjohn1aHello. I jumped in the CNC world last October and I have been a passionate enthusiast since... I often watch videos of DIY CNCs and experiment with new things. My first CNC project (highly recommend to take a look) was quite a success (but had a few issues) and this made me think that I need to try ...By: john1a

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 2 Sep 2014 11:11:28 PDTSolidoodle 2 (2nd Gen) to CNC Mill Conversionhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Solidoodle-2-2nd-Gen-to-CNC-Mill-Conversion/
Solidoodle 2 (2nd Gen) to CNC Mill Conversion - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FJW/XV51/HZB3SRH6/FJWXV51HZB3SRH6.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FJW/XV51/HZB3SRH6/FJWXV51HZB3SRH6.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FJW/XV51/HZB3SRH6/FJWXV51HZB3SRH6.SMALL.jpgandrew.moody.315This Instructable is to demonstrate the procedure I used to convert my Solidoodle 2 (or 2nd Gen Solidoodle) to a desktop CNC mill. I took the minimalist approach and changed only those things necessary to complete the expected outcome. As a consequence, there is no additional hardware required. T...By: andrew.moody.315

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 29 Aug 2014 18:00:47 PDTMachining a PCB Using an Inexpensive CNC Machinehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Machining-a-PCB-Using-an-Inexpensive-CNC-Machine/
Machining a PCB Using an Inexpensive CNC Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FZ4/6H69/HZ9O5DY9/FZ46H69HZ9O5DY9.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FZ4/6H69/HZ9O5DY9/FZ46H69HZ9O5DY9.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FZ4/6H69/HZ9O5DY9/FZ46H69HZ9O5DY9.SMALL.jpgzentoolworksIntroduction: For this tutorial we are going to take a design that we made from EAGLE, use PCB-GCode and Autoleveler software to load it into our ZEN Toolworks Mach 3 CNC machine. What we can do is then create circuit boards using our own designs right before our very eyes.Mat...By: zentoolworks

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 25 Aug 2014 13:06:52 PDTLens flare creating filter, with 3D printed parts!http://www.instructables.com/id/Lens-flare-filter-with-3D-printed-parts/
Lens flare creating filter, with 3D printed parts! - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F6F/TVAV/HUYM3XWJ/F6FTVAVHUYM3XWJ.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F6F/TVAV/HUYM3XWJ/F6FTVAVHUYM3XWJ.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F6F/TVAV/HUYM3XWJ/F6FTVAVHUYM3XWJ.SMALL.jpgJan_HenrikHi,in this project i want to show you how you can build yourself a "Lens-Flare-Filter" for your DSLR or Digitalcamera! With the filter you can easy create a cinnematic look on your pictures and Videos, wthout spending much money on expensive programs! We will use a few 3D printed parts, theese can b...By: Jan_Henrik

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 11 May 2014 06:21:14 PDTMake a CNC mill with a laser cutterhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-CNC-mill-with-a-laser-cutter/
Make a CNC mill with a laser cutter - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FF8/JQ1H/HUQARXUW/FF8JQ1HHUQARXUW.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FF8/JQ1H/HUQARXUW/FF8JQ1HHUQARXUW.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FF8/JQ1H/HUQARXUW/FF8JQ1HHUQARXUW.SMALL.jpgjoebell So, you have a CNC laser cutter but you want a CNC mill? Problem solved. This project is a small CNC mill that can be assembled from store-bought and laser-cut parts for about $800 without machine tools. (If you have access to a shop with a chop saw and a drill press that'll be helpful, but you ca...By: joebell

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 3 May 2014 09:13:47 PDTSimple Stepper Motor Driver For Arduino CNC Projectshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Stepper-Motor-Driver-For-CNC-Projects/
Simple Stepper Motor Driver For Arduino CNC Projects - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F1O/RPDY/HS9YBXBE/F1ORPDYHS9YBXBE.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F1O/RPDY/HS9YBXBE/F1ORPDYHS9YBXBE.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F1O/RPDY/HS9YBXBE/F1ORPDYHS9YBXBE.SMALL.jpgrjkorn This is a simple dual H-Bridge drive I made some time ago using some chips I got off eBay. It uses a Pic micro-controller to handle the step direction inputs to coil drive logic. I used the cheapest pics I had around which were the 12c50/509's. There is no enable input but that could be added by u...By: rjkorn

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 21 Mar 2014 23:37:15 PDT3 Axis Arduino Based CNC Controllerhttp://www.instructables.com/id/3-Axis-Arduino-Based-CNC-Controller/
3 Axis Arduino Based CNC Controller - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F4T/ID91/HT2U2KUN/F4TID91HT2U2KUN.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F4T/ID91/HT2U2KUN/F4TID91HT2U2KUN.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F4T/ID91/HT2U2KUN/F4TID91HT2U2KUN.SMALL.jpgrjkornI've been playing with different CNC designs and Stepper controllers for many years now. I started building CNC machines long ago. My first inspiration came from Bruce Shapiro’s eggbot. I tried a few variations of it and even the board from evil mad scientist. Recently a project named GRBL came alon...By: rjkorn

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 19 Mar 2014 01:11:17 PDTHow to program arcs and linear movement in G-Code manuallyhttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-program-arcs-and-linear-movement-in-G-Code-/
How to program arcs and linear movement in G-Code manually - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FMP/ZCNS/HS8FUQYS/FMPZCNSHS8FUQYS.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FMP/ZCNS/HS8FUQYS/FMPZCNSHS8FUQYS.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FMP/ZCNS/HS8FUQYS/FMPZCNSHS8FUQYS.SMALL.jpgalo0994 Introduction G-code is used in a lot of automated manufacturing processes. For example, CNC machines and 3D printers use G-code to make parts. Programming arcs and linear movement in G-code can be a little tricky. I've noticed that there aren't many sources on the internet that address this top...By: alo0994

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 6 Mar 2014 14:28:10 PSTLight Ring on Underwater Robot -- Part 2 (CNC Mill)http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-Ring-on-Underwater-Robot-Part-2-CNC-Mill/
Light Ring on Underwater Robot -- Part 2 (CNC Mill) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FIW/KK0G/HLFUZE8W/FIWKK0GHLFUZE8W.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIW/KK0G/HLFUZE8W/FIWKK0GHLFUZE8W.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIW/KK0G/HLFUZE8W/FIWKK0GHLFUZE8W.SMALL.jpgpycepiduHi. In this instructable, we are making a light ring. It's a part that goes on the front of an underwater robot (Picture 2). You can read up more on the context in Part 1 of the instructable, but here's the short version: our research robot's current lighting system has some issues, so this redesig...By: pycepidu

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 17 Sep 2013 12:40:25 PDTSpectrum light sourcehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Spectrum-light-source/
Spectrum light source - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F7Y/ID8C/HKPWLLTA/F7YID8CHKPWLLTA.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F7Y/ID8C/HKPWLLTA/F7YID8CHKPWLLTA.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F7Y/ID8C/HKPWLLTA/F7YID8CHKPWLLTA.SMALL.jpgjonathanjoNeed monochromatic light sources? Noticing the fact that many LEDs have very narrow spectra, I wanted to make a multi-narrow-spectra light source for various scientific purposes such as for botanical specimens under the microscope. This project was a test run to see how well it works, and it seems...By: jonathanjo

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 15 Jul 2013 12:42:30 PDTCHEAP ARDUINO CNChttp://www.instructables.com/id/CHEAP-ARDUINO-CNC/
CHEAP ARDUINO CNC - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FRD/ZIFT/HD4VM5Q5/FRDZIFTHD4VM5Q5.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FRD/ZIFT/HD4VM5Q5/FRDZIFTHD4VM5Q5.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FRD/ZIFT/HD4VM5Q5/FRDZIFTHD4VM5Q5.SMALL.jpgsiemenwautersFirst of all click here ! http://www.instructables.com/id/portable-Backpack-...thank you you helpen me a lot just by opening that instructable !! now enyoy my instructable.this is my first instructable. i show you updates on my cnc machine which will cost about 200 euro's for still decent quality. d...By: siemenwauters

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 2 Feb 2013 05:13:08 PSTFrom SketchUp to CNC Fabricationhttp://www.instructables.com/id/From-SketchUp-to-CNC-Fabrication/
http://cdn.instructables.com/FWI/2X5Q/HBPBS090/FWI2X5QHBPBS090.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWI/2X5Q/HBPBS090/FWI2X5QHBPBS090.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWI/2X5Q/HBPBS090/FWI2X5QHBPBS090.SMALL.jpgphooddanielThis video series shows how to get from CAD, to CAM, to a CNC fabricated product. The tools we will be using are SketchUp for CAD, CamBam for CAM, Mach3 for gcode reading/CNC control, and a CNC router (greenBull from BuildYourCNC.com) for part fabrication. Keep in mind during this tutorial that ...By: phooddaniel

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 14 Oct 2012 15:17:39 PDTQuick Custom T-Slot Cleanerhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Custom-T-Slot-Cleaner/
Quick Custom T-Slot Cleaner - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FQ5/EGJY/H7QCU1OP/FQ5EGJYH7QCU1OP.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FQ5/EGJY/H7QCU1OP/FQ5EGJYH7QCU1OP.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FQ5/EGJY/H7QCU1OP/FQ5EGJYH7QCU1OP.SMALL.jpgWill BrickMake a super quick, custom dimension T-slot cleaner from acrylic plastic. If you have one of the miniature machine tools with slides and tables made from anodized aluminum this acrylic T-slot cleaner will get the chips out without dinging or marring the machine! I've got a small Sherline lathe and...By: Will Brick

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 30 Sep 2012 19:41:42 PDT5 Axis Desktop CNC Millhttp://www.instructables.com/id/5-Axis-Desktop-CNC-Mill/
http://cdn.instructables.com/FWI/HFZU/H672LW8K/FWIHFZUH672LW8K.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWI/HFZU/H672LW8K/FWIHFZUH672LW8K.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWI/HFZU/H672LW8K/FWIHFZUH672LW8K.SMALL.jpgmybell125 For those who have expressed interest, we just launched our website, http://www.pocketnc.com. Or you can "like" or facebook page to get our status updates.http://www.facebook.com/pocketnc Its super basic, but if you're interested in getting updates we are going to do our best to keep the blog ...By: mybell125

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:52:24 PDTThe Coaster-Lid. Machined with a 3-axis Mill. Designed in 3ds MAX.http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Coaster-Lid-Machined-with-a-3-axis-Mill-Desi/
The Coaster-Lid. Machined with a 3-axis Mill. Designed in 3ds MAX. - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FBE/IFPO/H2MYKBPS/FBEIFPOH2MYKBPS.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBE/IFPO/H2MYKBPS/FBEIFPOH2MYKBPS.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBE/IFPO/H2MYKBPS/FBEIFPOH2MYKBPS.SMALL.jpgyukamarsThe Coaster-Lid. It began it's life as a slab of acrylic. Using a 3-axis CNC mill, it was machined into the perfect piece for office desktops. Use it as a coaster to keep rings off of desks and utilize the spoon sill to catch drips. It is also used as a lid to keep dust and pathogens as you transpo...By: yukamars

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 29 May 2012 06:44:58 PDTOwl Clockhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Owl-Clock/
Owl Clock - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FRF/B46A/H19RHSX4/FRFB46AH19RHSX4.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FRF/B46A/H19RHSX4/FRFB46AH19RHSX4.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FRF/B46A/H19RHSX4/FRFB46AH19RHSX4.SMALL.jpgthebeef2Hey everybody. This is my first real instructable. I'm entering it on the Make it Real Challenge so if you like it, vote vote vote! All of the machines used in this Instructable should only be used with proper training, knowledgable supervision, and extreme caution. Know what you're doing. I'm ...By: thebeef2

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:36:25 PDTdomo - large format cnc millhttp://www.instructables.com/id/domo-large-format-cnc-mill/
http://cdn.instructables.com/FWL/1256/H0OJ6X9Z/FWL1256H0OJ6X9Z.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWL/1256/H0OJ6X9Z/FWL1256H0OJ6X9Z.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWL/1256/H0OJ6X9Z/FWL1256H0OJ6X9Z.SMALL.jpgforseralDomo is my cnc milling machine targeted at ease of construction while maintaining high rigidity. I'm not a metal worker nor do i have the tools for this sort of precision. Having stated such, I designed domo with the goal of using as many existing components as possible. He's not yet 100% complet...By: forseral

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 14 Apr 2012 11:27:36 PDTHow to make a woodcut from... a photo of a woodcut using your CNC millhttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-woodcut-from-a-photo-of-a-woodcut/
How to make a woodcut from... a photo of a woodcut using your CNC mill - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FFY/0QDQ/H0FLRO1E/FFY0QDQH0FLRO1E.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FFY/0QDQ/H0FLRO1E/FFY0QDQH0FLRO1E.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FFY/0QDQ/H0FLRO1E/FFY0QDQH0FLRO1E.SMALL.jpgccrome My dad was just visiting, and he asked me if I could use my new CNC router to make a woodcut. That got me to thinking... sure, why not? He sent me a photo of a woodcut hanging in my sister's house, and in a few hours I was able to make this woodcut! Very neat. Unfortunately, this instructabl...By: ccrome

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:11:48 PDTMake an M.C. Escher Reptile puzzle on your CNC router/millhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-MC-Escher-Reptile-puzzle-on-your-CNC-rou/
Make an M.C. Escher Reptile puzzle on your CNC router/mill - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FDI/XN39/H01NA9RC/FDIXN39H01NA9RC.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FDI/XN39/H01NA9RC/FDIXN39H01NA9RC.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FDI/XN39/H01NA9RC/FDIXN39H01NA9RC.SMALL.jpgccromeSo, you've just finished your CNC router/mill build, and you need something to make. Try the hand bowl, which is extremely cool. For your next project, try this one. I always had a fondness for the works of M. C. Escher, so i decided to make the reptiles out of wood. I started with a dxf from he...By: ccrome

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 23:42:17 PDTBuilding a drawer slide CNC machine for under $200!http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-drawer-slide-CNC-machine-for-under-200/
http://cdn.instructables.com/FE6/1Y88/GUKAROPQ/FE61Y88GUKAROPQ.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FE6/1Y88/GUKAROPQ/FE61Y88GUKAROPQ.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FE6/1Y88/GUKAROPQ/FE61Y88GUKAROPQ.SMALL.jpgCopperDropDesigns &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;br&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; Drawer Slide CNC Machine for under $200 Like many of us interested in this hobby, I wanted my own machine. B...By: CopperDropDesigns

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 9 Nov 2011 20:48:38 PSTThe DIYLILCNC: Open-Source Plans For a Low-Cost, Easy-to-Build CNC Mill. (v1.0.2)http://www.instructables.com/id/The-DIYLILCNC-Open-Source-Plans-For-a-Low-Cost-E/
The DIYLILCNC: Open-Source Plans For a Low-Cost, Easy-to-Build CNC Mill. (v1.0.2) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FMU/ZP7G/GGPF4KWB/FMUZP7GGGPF4KWB.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FMU/ZP7G/GGPF4KWB/FMUZP7GGGPF4KWB.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FMU/ZP7G/GGPF4KWB/FMUZP7GGGPF4KWB.SMALL.jpgDIYLILCNCThe DIYLILCNC project is a set of plans for an inexpensive, fully functional 3-axis CNC mill that can be built by an individual with basic shop skills and tool access. CNC devices are used to fabricate physical objects with a high degree of precision. Some CNC devices, including the DIYLILCNC, feat...By: DIYLILCNC

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 10 Jan 2011 09:47:57 PSTHobby cnchttp://www.instructables.com/id/Hobby-cnc/
Hobby cnc - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FAH/RZ2B/GFDX0IUW/FAHRZ2BGFDX0IUW.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FAH/RZ2B/GFDX0IUW/FAHRZ2BGFDX0IUW.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FAH/RZ2B/GFDX0IUW/FAHRZ2BGFDX0IUW.SMALL.jpgmraspotcnc http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMCLChKNmAI First I realy thanks to instructables and Mr: Tom McWire the author of Easy to build desk top 3 axis CNC milling machine. i am wondering when i was see this instructables .I made this 3axis cnc machine and i have to share this hobby cnc by instructables...By: mraspotcnc

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:05:14 PDTNexus One Dockhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Nexus-One-Dock/
Nexus One Dock - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FKF/6SRH/G91YH0VL/FKF6SRHG91YH0VL.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FKF/6SRH/G91YH0VL/FKF6SRHG91YH0VL.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FKF/6SRH/G91YH0VL/FKF6SRHG91YH0VL.SMALL.jpgkittkaI've seen a lot of discussion about paper clip and cardboard docks for the Nexus One. Thought I would post what I made the other day and applicable files I used. This process could be applied for any phone. This dock does not yet have a power source or a docking 'sense' capability, but I hope to ...By: kittka

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 10 May 2010 21:55:58 PDTThe Geek Group - CNC Revolutionhttp://www.instructables.com/id/The-Geek-Group-CNC-Revolution/
http://cdn.instructables.com/F7E/NLZD/G5X4MFEE/F7ENLZDG5X4MFEE.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F7E/NLZD/G5X4MFEE/F7ENLZDG5X4MFEE.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F7E/NLZD/G5X4MFEE/F7ENLZDG5X4MFEE.SMALL.jpgthermoelectricThe Geek Group is bringing a manufacturing revolution to the United States by helping share the incredible power of CNC Engineering with the general public. The Geek Group has many other videos that you can view on their YouTube channel here. You can also check out their website here. There are for...By: thermoelectric

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 02:00:08 PSTHow to use a CNC Mill with Google SketchUphttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-use-a-CNC-Mill-with-Google-SketchUp/
How to use a CNC Mill with Google SketchUp - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FZP/MHB4/FT17VTKT/FZPMHB4FT17VTKT.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FZP/MHB4/FT17VTKT/FZPMHB4FT17VTKT.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FZP/MHB4/FT17VTKT/FZPMHB4FT17VTKT.SMALL.jpgBovineDiozziUsing a CNC Mill is pretty easy, and I'm going to show you how to upload a Google SketchUp project onto MillWizard. Making a 3D image First thing you need to do is to convert Sketch Up to .stl files. You can find and download this here su2stl.rb, which can download from this page. The next thing ...By: BovineDiozzi

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:28:05 PDTHow to make a mini milling machine- manual or CNC!http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-mini-milling-machine/
How to make a mini milling machine- manual or CNC! - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 11:53:23 PSTUse a Treadmill DC Drive Motor and PWM Speed Controller for powering toolshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Use-a-Treadmill-DC-Drive-Motor-and-PWM-Speed-Contr/
Use a Treadmill DC Drive Motor and PWM Speed Controller for powering tools - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FIV/S4CD/FJPYEVHM/FIVS4CDFJPYEVHM.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIV/S4CD/FJPYEVHM/FIVS4CDFJPYEVHM.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIV/S4CD/FJPYEVHM/FIVS4CDFJPYEVHM.SMALL.jpgrjebloguePower tools such as Metal cutting mills and lathes, Drill presses, bandsaws, sanders and more may require .5HP to 2HP motors with the ability to fine tune the speed while maintaining torque.Coincidentally most Treadmills use a 80-260 VDC motor with a suitable HP rating and a PWM motor speed controll...By: rjeblogue

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:35:34 PDTWindbelt Redux 21st Century Micro Power Generationhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Windbelt-Redux--21st-Century-Micro-Power-Generatio/
Windbelt Redux 21st Century Micro Power Generation - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 5 Feb 2008 13:35:56 PSTEasy to build CNC Mill Stepper Motor and Driver circuitshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-to-build-CNC-Mill-Stepper-Motor-and-Driver-ci/
Easy to build CNC Mill Stepper Motor and Driver circuits - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 29 Aug 2007 09:25:02 PDTEasy to Build Desk Top 3 Axis CNC Milling Machinehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-to-Build-Desk-Top-3-Axis-CNC-Milling-Machine/
Easy to Build Desk Top 3 Axis CNC Milling Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F0F/QHG3/F54HJ7SB/F0FQHG3F54HJ7SB.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F0F/QHG3/F54HJ7SB/F0FQHG3F54HJ7SB.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F0F/QHG3/F54HJ7SB/F0FQHG3F54HJ7SB.SMALL.jpgTom McGuireHere is a way to make a computer controlled milling machine. That puts the real power of a computer control machining into the hands of the average human. Small enough to set on the desk but scalable to any size. As inexpensive as possible without sacraficing accuracy (too much). All most all the pa...By: Tom McGuire

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 17 Aug 2007 09:50:04 PDTMake a Ball Mill in 5 Minuteshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Ball-Mill-in-5-Minutes/
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Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 26 Jul 2007 22:36:32 PDTSend an NC file to your HURCO millhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Send-an-NC-file-to-your-HURCO-mill/
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http://www.instructables.com/static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.pnghttp://www.instructables.com/static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.pnghttp://www.instructables.com/static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gifgeoThis details preparing a HURCO NC mill for receiving an NC file from a computer, and sending the file to the mill make sure the hurco editor is set to NC press "auxiliary" verify "editor type" on screen if not valid, press softkey "change editor" and follow prompts verify hurco serial p...By: geo